Cat Burns: Last News

Rachel Chinouriri has teamed up with Cat Burns on their new single ‘Even’ – calling out the double standards they’ve experienced within the industry.The two met while studying at the BRIT School in London and have remained friends. Now, Chinouriri and Burns took the time to create a track in which they question their personal experiences with the additional obstacles both artists have encountered while navigating their careers as young British Black women.“We talk the same, dress for fame / Why does no one else believe in / Us the same? Never change / Guess they never played us even,” Chinouriri sings detailing the struggle of doing the same as her counterparts but not getting treated as an equal.On a later verse, Burns sings: “Wish I didn’t have to climb twice as high / For them to see me, isn’t it crazy / That if I raise my voice or speak my mind / That I risk everything being taken from me?” describing the double standard that she has dealt with while trying to push her career forward.

Cat Burns has spoken to NME about her Mercury Prize 2024 nomination – as well as sharing her advice on how to survive your early 20s.Burns was appearing on the red carpet of the launch of the Mercury Prize yesterday (Thursday July 25), where it was announced that she’d been shortlisted for acclaimed 2024 album ‘Early Twenties‘ – facing off competition from records by the likes of Charli XCX, CMAT, The Last Dinner Party, Ghetts, English Teacher, Corinne Bailey Rae, Beth Gibbons, Barry Can’t Swim and more.Asked what it was about her album that had captured people’s imaginations, she replied: “I don’t know, to be honest! I think it’s a great album and there are a wide range of song topics. People can reminisce.

Cat Burns has announced details of her debut album ‘Early Twenties’, as well as new UK and European tour dates. Find ticket details below.The multi-BRIT-nominated artist from South London has shared details of her first studio album, which is set to arrive on 12 July via Since ’93/Sony RCA.It comes following the release of her latest single ‘Alone’, which was co-written and produced by award-winning British producer Steve Mac (Ed Sheeran, Sam Smith, Charli XCX).“‘Early Twenties’ is my love letter to this period of time in my life,” Burns said of the new announcement in a press release.“It’s my attempt at showcasing the highs and lows of being in your early twenties.

NewJeans, Ivor Novello-nominated singer-songwriter Cat Burns, eclectic Atlanta-born rapper J.I.D and Latin Grammy-winning pop star, Camilo.“I am proud to partner with Coke to share a message of encouragement and humanity with the world through my music,” Batiste said of the collaboration. “This is such a non-traditional, innovative approach we’ve taken, and it felt very organic for me to just do my World Music Radio thing.“When I wrote ‘Be Who You Are (Real Magic)’ I was inspired to create an anthem that captures the Real Magic that happens when we come together as our authentic selves,” he continued.

NewJeans and Jon Batiste have seemingly teased a new collaboration, in partnership with drink brand Coca-Cola.Last night, Batiste posted a video of himself dancing to an unreleased new song called ‘Be Who You Are (Real Magic)’ on Instagram. In the post’s accompanying caption, the singer teased that the song would feature “some incredible friends of mine”.“I’ve been so inspired to make new music lately. […] Sharing some incredible vibes with the World!! I am so excited about this collaboration with my Coca-Cola family,” he added.

ArrDee and Cat Burns have released a new single together – listen to ‘Home For My Heart’ below.The collaboration arrives with a moving music video, which pays tribute to the pair’s humble upbringings. It was directed by Najeeb Tarazi, and sees Burns and ArrDee perform together in and around a number of London neighbourhoods.The track tells the story of a relationship breakdown, with the Brighton rapper detailing the pressures of balancing his recent success with his personal life.“Please don’t give up on us”, sings Burns in the moving chorus. “Where’s the home for a heart when you’re a mile high?” replies ArrDee.‘Home For My Heart’ is the first new material from Burns since her October 2022 single, ‘People Pleaser’.

Eurovision Song Contest has been revealed.The annual competition will take place at Liverpool Arena in May, with the city hosting the event in place of last year’s winner, Ukraine.Lymington singer-songwriter Birdy is William Hill’s favourite to represent the UK, with odds of 6/4.“It will need to take a special effort to beat Sam Ryder’s haul of 466 points last year, but our punters are beginning to feel confident in Birdy’s chances of spreading her wings in Liverpool,” William Hill spokesperson Lee Phelps said.“The 26-year-old is 6/4 with us to lead out the United Kingdom when this year’s Eurovision Song Contest takes place in May, making her the outright favourite to perform in front of the home crowd.”Elsewhere, Rina Sawayama is the second favourite to take on Eurovision at 5/2, while Freya Ridings and Cat Burns follow on 6/1. Jessie Ware has odds of 8/1 and Ellie Goulding is a current outside bet at 16/1.Earlier today (March 3), Birdy shared her new single ‘Raincatchers’, which is the first track to be taken from her upcoming fifth album, ‘Portraits’.

Dylan has shared a brand new song called ‘Every Heart But Mine’, complete with a choir featuring Cat Burns, Rachel Chinouriri and more.The rising star, real name Natasha Woods, shared her recent mixtape ‘The Greatest Thing I’ll Never Learn’ last October via Island Records, and has returned with her first new music of 2023.As Dylan reveals, the collaborative nature of the song – which also features Mae Muller, Sody and Beren Olivia – came about after the singer met some of her musician friends to discuss its meaning.“I have been waiting for this song to come out forever because for me, it is the biggest confidence booster of a lyric.” Dylan said. “I think the song has many meanings behind it.

Cat Burns has returned with two brand new songs – listen to ‘People Pleaser’ and ‘Sleep At Night’ below.The singer and NME 100 alumni released debut EP ‘Emotionally Unavailable’ earlier this year, and followed that up with ‘Go’, a collaboration with Sam Smith.Discussing the first of the new songs, ‘People Pleaser’, Burns said: “‘People Pleaser’ is what it says on the tin, my struggles with being a people pleaser and why I am one.”Of ‘Sleep At Night’, she added: “’Sleep At Night’ is a really personal song for me; it’s about being deeply hurt and wronged by someone but deciding to take the high road and not say anything bad about them because you’re a good person.”Listen to both new tracks below.Earlier this week, Burns was revealed as one of a number of support acts set to join Ed Sheeran on his huge 2023 North American ‘Mathematics’ tour.The pop star will bring his ongoing world tour to the US and Canada next year, with support from Burns alongside Khalid, Dylan, Rosa Linn, Maisie Peters and Russ on differing dates. Tickets go on general sale here next Friday (October 14) at 10am PT (6pm BST).Speaking to NME for a Radar interview earlier this year, Burns said she wants to “help Black queer artists” tell their story.She said: “I think I’m part of a wave of LGBTQ+ artists that are encouraging others to be more open.